Bill Gates commands the respect and admiration of people around the world for his achievements in information technology as well as for his philanthropy.Many people who admire him try to emulate his actions.He clearly wields _____ power.

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Referent power is based on the admiration, respect, and trust people have for an individual due to their personal qualities, achievements, or the way they interact with others. This is precisely the kind of power that Bill Gates wields- people admire and respect him for his achievements and philanthropy and try to emulate his actions. Coercive power is based on the ability to punish or harm someone, legitimate power is conferred by a formal position or role, reward power is based on the ability to give something desirable, and structural power is based on control over information, technology, or other resources. None of these seem to apply in the case of Bill Gates.

Bill Gates Commands the Respect and Admiration of People Around